Bella Hadid and Equestrian Adan Banuelos Break Up After 2 Years

The former couple met at a Texas horse show in 2023 and dated until 2026.

Jan. 27, 2026 at 11:55am

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Bella Hadid and her boyfriend of over two years, equestrian Adan Banuelos, have broken up, PEOPLE confirmed in January 2026. The former couple first met at a horse show in Texas in 2023 after Hadid relocated there, and they dated until their recent split.

Why it matters

Hadid and Banuelos' relationship was notable as it brought together the world-famous model with a rising star in the equestrian circuit. Their shared passion for horses helped bring them together, and Banuelos' support of Hadid's own equestrian pursuits was seen as a key part of their relationship.

The details

Hadid and Banuelos were first spotted together in Fort Worth, Texas in October 2023, shortly after Hadid had relocated to the state. They met at a horse show, with Hadid saying she was immediately drawn to Banuelos. 'I saw him walk in and it was like a gust of fresh air,' she told British Vogue in 2025. Banuelos, a professional equestrian, is the son of a National Cutting Horse Association Hall of Famer and has found success in the sport himself, winning the prestigious American Performance Horseman competition in both 2023 and 2024. Hadid and Banuelos celebrated milestones like Valentine's Day and Hadid's 27th birthday together during their relationship.

  • Hadid and Banuelos were first seen together in Fort Worth, Texas in October 2023.
  • Hadid and Banuelos broke up in January 2026, after more than two years of dating.

The players

Bella Hadid

A world-famous model who shares Banuelos' passion for horses and competed in equestrian events herself.

Adan Banuelos

A professional equestrian who specializes in training and showing cutting horses, and has found success at the highest levels of the sport.

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What they’re saying

“I saw him walk in and it was like a gust of fresh air.”

— Bella Hadid

“Last year was an eye-opening experience for me. It was something that none of us have ever experienced before and to be fortunate enough to be back here this year, I don't have the words to say how grateful I am and how blessed I am to be here and thank you to everybody that helped me along the way.”

— Adan Banuelos

The takeaway

Hadid and Banuelos' relationship highlighted the intersection of the worlds of high-profile modeling and elite-level equestrian competition, showcasing how shared passions can bring together individuals from very different backgrounds.